GEODYNAMO RESEARCH SERVICE

NASA Shared Services Center is soliciting capabilities for a sole-source geodynamo research service to be performed at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, with the University of Texas at Austin identified as the sole provider under FAR 12.102(a). The work involves generating 1,028 numerical dynamo solutions using an open-source model that meet strict technical criteria, including time intervals between ensemble members of at least 0.5% of the magnetic free-decay time and poloidal magnetic field magnitudes within three standard deviations of the ensemble mean. Deliverables include the numerical solutions, Fortran subroutines for accessing the data, and detailed documentation outlining simulation configurations, data formats, and ensemble statistics. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 611310 and will follow FAR Part 13 procedures for non-commercial items. Responses must be submitted in writing by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on May 14, 2026, to the designated contact points, with oral communications prohibited. The contracting office is based at Stennis Space Center, Mississippi, and the primary contracting officer is Kimberlynn Lancaster, with Cody Guidry serving as the procurement specialist. The NASA FAR Supplement clause 1852.215-84 regarding the Ombudsman applies. Performance must be completed within six months of fund receipt, and acceptance will occur at GSFC according to the specified technical parameters. No contract value is stated, as this is a sources-sought notice, and no formal competition is planned. No security clearances, key personnel requirements, or option periods are indicated, and the solicitation does not include detailed evaluation factors, payment instructions, or packaging and marking requirements.